Table comparing typical properties of water samples, including appearance, aromatic and BTEX content, flash and pour points, viscosity, boiling range, density, sulfur content, odor, across three products: PURUSOL 170, PURUSOL 200, and PURUSOL DF-1.

Synthetic Rubber

Assorted black and colored rubber seals, gaskets, and O-rings for mechanical repairs on a white surface.

Astrea Energy is a major supplier to the synthetic rubber industry, offering specialist plasticizers and high-purity solvents that improve formulation performance, sustainability, and safety. Our PURUSOL line of ultra-low aromatic aliphatic solvents is designed for tough rubber applications that need low toxicity and little odor - optimal for products that are both medical-grade and environmentally sensitive.

With the launch of our U.S. domestic production of Methylcyclohexane (MCH) we can now supply our domestic clients with minimal global export market risk. This is a vital solvent in the production of rubber and elastomers. Our paraffinic hydrocarbon plasticizers also provide optimal processability and flexibility for a variety of compound specifications.

As the industry moves toward more environmentally friendly solutions, Astrea Energy is dedicated to fostering sustainability and innovation by using cutting-edge materials that satisfy both technical and environment requirements.

Variants Available: Purusol VM&P, 110, 142, 170, 200, 214, 350, Purusol Methylcyclohexane

  • Key Benefits:

    • Ultra-low aromatic content (<300 ppm)

    • Low toxicity and minimal odor

    • High purity for sensitive applications

  • Applications: Ideal for medial-grade and environmentally sensitive rubber products

PURUSOL Methylcyclohexane (MCH)

  • Methylcyclohexane is a high-purity solvent critical for synthetic rubber production.

  • Key Benefits:

    • Consistent quality and high purity

    • Secured domestic supply chain

  • Applications: Synthetic rubber manufacturing, high-performance coatings, catalyst production